Origin
Ravenna, MI
Morning in Ravenna on Sunday
Local time
10:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ravenna, MI to Flint, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 32m
Distance
139 mi
224 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 23m
★
6 AM
2h 33m
8 AM
2h 53m
10 AM
2h 40m
12 PM
2h 38m
3 PM
2h 41m
5 PM
2h 52m
8 PM
2h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ravenna, MI
Tatjana
Trip Overview
This straightforward 139-mile drive from Ravenna to Flint, Michigan, is designed for efficiency, taking approximately 2 hours and 32 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-96 and I-69, with a brief start on South Ravenna Road, this highway-focused trip is a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. With an estimated fuel cost of around $22, it's an economical option for traversing the Midwest. You'll find the journey is largely uninterrupted, making it an easy one to complete in a single go, whether you're heading out for business or leisure. This route offers a practical way to connect two points within the state without extensive detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
69.5 miles from Ravenna, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 69.9 mi | 1h 14m |
| I 69 | 54.8 mi | 56m |
| South Ravenna Road | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| 48th Avenue | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Wilson Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Fifth Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Grand Traverse Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| William Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 69.9 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ravenna, MI and Flint, MI.
1
Start on this road
103 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto B-35; B-72
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Main Street
3
Continue on B-35; B-72
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
William Street
4
Continue on B-35; B-72
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
South Ravenna Road
5
Turn left onto Wilson Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Wilson Road
6
Turn right onto 48th Avenue
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
48th Avenue
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 96 East: Grand Rapids
8
Merge onto I 96
70 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
I 96
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Take the exit
2.5 mi
·
2 min
Exit 89
Toward I 69 East: Flint
10
Merge onto I 69
55 mi
·
56 min
·
I 69
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Toward Saginaw Street, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn left onto South Grand Traverse Street
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
South Grand Traverse Street
13
Turn right onto M 21
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
West Fifth Street
14
Turn left onto Harrison Street
382 ft
·
20 sec
·
Harrison Street
15
Turn left onto M 21
235 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Court Street
16
Turn left
68 ft
·
6 sec
17
Turn right
93 ft
·
6 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour 32-minute duration, this is a very manageable one-day trip. Aim to depart in the morning to take advantage of lighter traffic, especially as you approach Flint. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of about $22, planning is minimal. The longest stretch without a major change in route is 69.9 miles on I-96, so consider taking a brief break before or after this segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as while it's a short drive, it's always wise to refuel if you see prices are significantly lower earlier in your journey.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.5 miles from Ravenna, MI, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 31 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.5 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Flint, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Ravenna, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ravenna, MI
This is one driving day of about 139 miles and 2h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Ravenna, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 96 for about 69.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 69.5 miles from Ravenna, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 96 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 138.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
B-35; B-72 / Main Street
Turn right onto B-35; B-72 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
10.7 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the ramp toward I 96 East: Grand Rapids
Navigation decision point
Toward I 96 East: Grand Rapids
5
10.9 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
I 96
Merge onto I 96
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
80.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward I 69 East: Flint
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 89
Toward I 69 East: Flint
7
138.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 30m in
Take the exit toward Saginaw Street, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Saginaw Street, Downtown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.73 one way
$43.46 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $23.86 | $47.72 |
| premium | $4.89 | $26.75 | $53.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.69 | $61.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.7 | 0 | $14.59 | $6.67 |
| Efficient EV | 34.8 | 0 | $12.16 | $5.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.6 | 0 | $19.46 | $8.90 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Flint, MI
Morning in Flint on Sunday
Local time
10:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
W 10 mph
84% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:27AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:27AM EDT until April 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
43°F
Portland, MI
70 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
38 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 32m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this 139-mile journey, with 90% of the route utilizing major interstates. The drive features a significant uninterrupted stretch of 69.9 miles on I-96, allowing for consistent momentum. While the profile is highway-focused, the initial segment on South Ravenna Road provides a brief taste of local driving before merging onto the faster-paced interstates. This blend means you'll spend most of your time cruising at highway speeds, making for a relatively smooth and predictable drive from Ravenna to Flint.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 69.9 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and I 69. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near B-35; B-72 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 32m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (B-35; B-72 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 10.9 miles (I 96): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 32m. Total distance: 139 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 69.9 miles on I 96. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (B-35; B-72 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 10.9 miles (I 96): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Flint, MI before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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